How to Say “English Please” in German

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Auf Englisch, bitte
/aʊ̯f ˈɛŋlɪʃ ˈbɪtə/word by word
The English phrase "english please" is translated into German as Auf Englisch, bitte.
You can use Auf Englisch, bitte to request that a person switch the language they are currently speaking to English or to request that a written text or document be provided in English.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase literally translates to "In English, please", where auf functions as "in" when referring to languages.

How do you pronounce it?

/aʊ̯f ˈɛŋlɪʃ ˈbɪtə/

Did you know?

  • The word englisch shares the same root as the word Engel, meaning 'angel'.
  • While auf is used for languages, German uses several different prepositions for the word 'in' depending on the context, such as in for physical spaces or an for certain states.

Examples in context

  • Entschuldigung, könnten Sie auf Englisch erklären?
    Excuse me, could you explain in English?
  • Können Sie das auf Englisch, bitte, sagen?
    Can you say that in English, please?
  • Schreiben Sie die Antwort auf Englisch, bitte.
    Please write the answer in English.

Example conversation

Maximilian is asking for help at a tourist information center.

  1. Maximilian

    Hallo, ich verstehe kein Deutsch.
    Hello, I don't understand German.
  2. Julia

    Oh, Entschuldigung. Was brauchen Sie?
    Oh, sorry. What do you need?
  3. Maximilian

    Auf Englisch, bitte.
    In English, please.
  4. Julia

    Klar, ich spreche auch Englisch.
    Sure, I speak English too.

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